Category Archives: Politics

Ban Sandwich Eating While Driving!

Posted on February 11, 2010 by der5er

Wouldn’t that be a silly law to pass?  But, if you’re eating a sandwich, you don’t have two hands on the wheel, so it must be dangerous, right?  Right.  I’m not being sarcastic or snarky.  It really is dangerous to … Continue reading →

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What Changed?

Posted on September 11, 2009 by der5er

Remember September 11, 2001?  I do.  I always will. It seems that we must have finally healed.  We must be back to normal after the life changing events that happened that day.  It’s only been 8 years, but I think … Continue reading →

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On This Important Day: Bob Zellner

Posted on January 20, 2009 by der5er

On my drive to and from work, I listen to podcasts.  Podcasts are like radio shows that you listen to on your computer or iPod.  This morning I was listening to The Moth.  The Moth is a non-profit story telling … Continue reading →

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Useless Laws 101: Money Grubbing States

Posted on June 5, 2008 by der5er

I was just reading at Meta-Dad about California’s new cell phone driving laws (going into effect on July 1, 2008) and I’ve got to say I’m a little peeved.  This is the same bill I wrote about in September, 2006 – … Continue reading →

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